David H. Orth, Ophthalmologist
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David H. Orth

Ophthalmologist

71 West 156th Street Suite 400 Harvey Illinois, 60426
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About

David H. Orth, MD, FACS, is the Founder and President of Illinois Retina Associates, with 2 locations in Harvey and Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Orth has over 35 years of experience, and has special expertise in retinal disease. His involvement over the years has been influential in the field, being recognized with the Senior Honor Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology as one of the Best Doctors in America. Dr. Orth has contributed publications, as well as clinical research in ophthalmology. Dr. Orth maintains an active standing in many associations and participates in international public speaking on various topics. When he is not serving his patients at his practice, he is on staff at the Rush University Medical Center and Ingalls Medical Center; as well.

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Education and Training

Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 55 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Retina Disease

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Principal Investigator on Over 20 NEI Trials -
  • Medical Director at the Irwin Retina Center -
  • Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking -

Awards

  • Senior Honor Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology, The Best Doctors in America   

Internships

  • Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center

Fellowships

  • Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins, Johns Hopkins Hospital

Professional Society Memberships

  • President of the Chicago Ophthalmological Society, American Society of Retina Specialists, Macula Society, American Medical Association, Chicago Ophthalmological Society

Articles and Publications

  • Author of Color and Fluorescein Angiographic Atlas of Retinal Vascular Disorders

What do you attribute your success to?

  • His Involvement in Clinical Research, New Developments, and Clinical Trials over the Years

Hobbies / Sports

  • Golfing

Favorite professional publications

  • Retina Journals

David H. Orth's Practice location

71 West 156th Street Suite 400 -
Harvey, Illinois 60426
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New patients: 708-596-8710
www.illinoisretinaassociates.com

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